Dshs FFA Fiscal Analyst 2

DSHS FFA Fiscal Analyst 2

Are you a numbers enthusiast with a passion for fiscal management and analysis? We're seeking a permanent Fiscal Analyst 2 to join our Facilities, Finance, and Analytics Administration (FFA) team.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring the financial integrity of critical programs. You'll perform professional accounting and financial review duties responsible for fiscal controls and business practices within DSHS. If you're ready to use your analytical skills for the greater good, we want to hear from you!

At DSHS, we offer more than just a job. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly support the health and well-being of individuals and families across the state. Apply today and help us to continue building economic justice in Washington state!

Please note: This is a hybrid position, expected to work one day per week in office. The duty station for this position is Tacoma, however, the Olympia office can be used if it's a more convenient location for the selected candidate.

Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

Some of what you'll do:

• Prepares accruals, reviews and inputs accrual batches for operations and bills for, to include client and program specific items

• Research expenditures and track expenditures to assist with fiscal year estimates

• Warrant cancellations for payments

• Prepares common cost accruals

• Fiscal year close interagency payables/receivables & other FY close activities for programs

• Overpayment processing

• Monthly Reporting - at the operational level and only if standardized

• Pulls and reviews enterprise reports

• Process any tax/fee pay payments on behalf of the Regional Business Center

• Prepare/coordinate responses to audit findings and Corrective Action Plans

• Accounts Payable Reporting

• Maintaining Audit Warrant Register and Transaction list

• Log receipt of negotiable items and process Transmittal of Funds to OAS

• Verifies that the billing and A-19 meets the terms of the contract

• Maintain a contract/vendor log to track contract payments and analyze expenditures

• Check for duplication to ensure payments are correct

• Responds to vendor inquiries

• Facilitate and train employees in same or lower classifications

• Other duties as assigned

What we're looking for:

• Knowledge about and understanding of theory and practice of accounting; principles of cost accounting; modern office methods

• Ability to apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of accounting transactions; assemble, analyze, and prepare reports and statements of complex financial data

• Ability to process large quantities of fiscal data consistency, accuracy, and efficiency

• Ability to multi-task and schedule self to meet payment and report deadlines

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels. Optimize limited resources, and support the organizational goals

Who should apply?:

Degree preferred but not required.

Professionals with a Bachelor's degree*, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting AND one to two years of relevant professional experience.

• Professional experience may substitute for education.

A Master's degree in a financial-related field, certified as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant can be substituted for professional experience.

Interested? Apply today!

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. 

Questions?  Please contact the DSHS recruiter, Georgina Pringle at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 10835.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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